Pentagon Gives White House Advice on Transgender Military Service

Pentagon Gives White House Advice on Transgender Military Service On Friday, Defense Secretary James Mattis The Pentagon did not reveal details about the recommendation, but Reuters reported a top U.S. general said transgender troops should not be removed from the military. Back in July 2017, Trump declared he wanted a ban on transgender individuals in the military, which prompted the Pentagon to assemble a panel to review and study the issue closely. Trump's motion reversed and Obama-era policy that allows transgender individuals to openly serve. The final policy announcement will be made on March 23rd.